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From: The Washington Post

Are You Good at Building Friendships? Here’s How to Tell.

To build closer friendships, experts say tell your friends you appreciate them, be vulnerable and “repot” the relationship.

It’s important to show interest and full attention to what a friend is telling you, said Rich Slatcher, a psychology professor at the University of Georgia. When someone is in need, they’re looking for a friend who is responsive.

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